BK OF FLY PATTERNS CL

by LEISER,ERIC

• ISBN13: 9781616083892
• ISBN10: 1616083891
• Edition: 00
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-03-17
• Publisher: FRWHEEL

Summary

Drawing on the designs and innovations of the best fly tyers, both past and present, Eric Leiser, interprets more than 1,000 classic and contemporary fly patterns. Here is all the information (hook sizes, materials, etc.) needed in order to dress the pattern properly, with professional tips for solving specific problems. Inside are more than 1,000 fly patterns'¬ ;for all manner of flies (including dry flies, terrestrials, caddis flies, midges, spinners, parachute flies, stoneflies, wet flies, emergers, and nymphs, as well as attractor patterns and bait fish imitations) that are fished for trout, bass, and others'¬ ;more than 130 silhouette drawings showing the correct proportions of flies, a discussion of different types of hooks, a glossary of materials including the very latest innovations, and much more. A reference and true classic, The Book of Fly Patterns is a must for every professional and amateur fly tyer.

Author Biography

Eric Leiser is a master fly tyer, teacher, and expert on the materials of the craft. He is the author of Fly Tying Materials, The Complete Book of Fly Tying, 2nd edition, as well as coauthor with Larry Solomon of The Caddis and the Angler.

David Klausmeyer is the editor in chief of Fly Tyer magazine. He has written numerous books and articles about fly tying, including The Orvis Guide to Beginning Fly Tying. He now does blogs and webcasts about them as well. His tying techniques are well known among tyers. He currently resides in Steuben, Maine.